Utahns’ Vision for theFuture ofWater

Utahns envision having clean, affordable water to support thriving communities and businesses, robust local agriculture, a healthy environment, and recreation. Even as the population grows, they see having enough water to support not only themselves but future generations. They envision using less water in their homes, businesses, and yards, so there is sufficient water for other uses like food production and habitat, as well as for new homes and businesses.

What Utahns Want: Goals

Ensure future generations have sufficient water to sustain Utah’s population and a strong economy.

Use less water per person.

Provide enough water for agriculture to allow farms to thrive and increase food production.

Ensure water in streams and lakes is sufficient to sustain wildlife and recreation.

Maintain and improve water quality and groundwater storage in watersheds.

Balance the diverse needs for water.

How We’ll Get There: Key Strategies

Extend Utah’s 2025 goal of reducing per-capita water use by 25% (from 2000) to at least 35% by 2050.